Akshay Panchal

Business Development Executive

Singapore, Singapore14 yrs experience
Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Over a decade of experience in AI and business development.
  • Proven track record in customer retention and relationship management.
  • Expertise in bridging travel and AI technology.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a versatile professional in Travel & Tourism and AI sectors, with a strong focus on customer experience and business development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Sales & Business DevelopmentCustomer Experience Management

Other Skills

Travel PlanningTourismAirlinesTravel and TourismMarketingLeisure TravelTourism MarketingBusiness DevelopmentSalesAI AutomationStrategic PartnershipsProject CoordinationCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Project ManagementTeam Collaboration

About

I’m a results-driven AI Generalist and Business Development Leader with over a decade of experience driving growth, building relationships, and elevating customer experiences across Travel, Tourism, and AI Technology sectors. My professional journey began in the travel industry, where I mastered the art of customer engagement, operational excellence, and high-value service delivery. After successfully managing global travel operations for top-tier organizations across Qatar, Singapore, and India, I transitioned into the rapidly evolving AI automation space — leveraging my deep understanding of customer behavior to help enterprises transform the way they communicate. 🔹 Core Competencies: AI Automation | Sales & Business Development | Strategic Partnerships | Project Coordination | Customer Experience Management | Travel & Tourism Consulting 🔹 Currently Based: Singapore | Open to Strategic Collaborations Across APAC If you’re exploring how AI can enhance your customer experience, feel free to connect — I’m always open to insightful conversations and collaboration opportunities.

Experience

14 yrs
Total Experience
7 yrs
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Travelbot

Travel Specialist

Nov 2024Present · 1 yr 6 mos · Singapore · Remote

  • Travel is not just about the destination; it's about the journey, the people you meet, and the stories you collect along the way." I am an accomplished Sales, Marketing, and Business Development professional with over 13 years of cross-functional experience, primarily in the travel and tourism industry. My career has been marked by a strong track record in building and leveraging a powerful network of business contacts, consistently achieving a 100% record in customer retention and securing new leads. This success is a testament to my ability to deliver extraordinary results and drive business growth within start-up, turnaround, and rapidly changing environments.
  • Throughout my career, I have earned a reputation for efficiency and accuracy, receiving numerous recommendations from satisfied customers. I prioritize exceptional customer satisfaction by resolving all complaints effectively and ensuring a high standard of service. I bring strong leadership skills to training and coaching roles, delivering impactful modules tailored to organizational needs. My commitment to quality and strong work ethics ensures that I continually strive for improvement while maintaining a focus on achieving exceptional results.
  • I excel in client servicing, relationship management, and exceeding sales targets. My technical skills include proficiency in systems like Oracle and GDS: Galileo. I'm also adept at using MS Office tools to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
  • Beyond my professional life, I am an active member of the Toastmasters community, have served as Area Director, where I have honed my public speaking and event organizing skills. Notably, I organized the Swatantra Veer Savarkar Sammelan in London, showcasing my ability to manage events at an international level.
  • As I look to transition beyond the travel and tourism sector, I am eager to apply my extensive sales and business development experience to tourism boards,hotels, product development & ancillaries.
Travel PlanningTourismAirlinesTravel and TourismMarketingLeisure Travel+5

Mannai holidays - mannai air travel

Sr Travel Consultant Leisure

Dec 2015May 2025 · 9 yrs 5 mos · Doha, Qatar

  • I represent Thomas Cook (GSA) in Qatar & Take care of Leisure Travel in Mannai Holidays (Both FIT & GIT)
  • Also Handle School Groups & Customized Leisure Groups.

Travel pax holidays

5 roles

Tour Escort / Tour Manager

Apr 2014May 2014 · 1 mo

  • Was on the Operations as well as Planning team of Swatantra Veer Savarkar Sammelan 2014 - London
  • Handled a group of 80 Passengers
  • After the Event managed the passengers on a 13 Days Europe Tour Too Covering Amsterdam , Belgium, Paris , Switzerland ,Austria , Rome & Vatican City.

Tour escort / Tour manager

Apr 2012May 2012 · 1 mo

  • Managed a group of 12 people for a period of 8 days in Kashmir
  • Travelled with the clients, made arrangements with the help of local agent
  • Performed miscellaneous duties while on tour such as arranging cake for the client
  • During the tour for his Birthday at last minute.

Travel Executive

May 2011Dec 2015 · 4 yrs 7 mos

Travel Executive

May 2011Apr 2012 · 11 mos

  • Work Handled : Prepared detailed itineraries upon bookings to ensure accuracy of reservations
  • And providing confirmation to clients.
  • Answered phones professionally, courteously and promptly
  • Proactively marketed, sold and consulted with clients in regards to tour, air, car,
  • Hotel products and all other related services
  • Handled Domestic & International Enquires (Walk-ins & Telephonic)
  • Booking air Tickets through site (Arzoo)
  • Passport Documentation
  • Perform miscellaneous duties such as arranging conferences and meeting facilities
  • Project Title : Tour Escorting

Trainee

Apr 2010Jun 2010 · 2 mos

  • Work Handled : Responsible for answering all phone calls from members traveling or needing
  • Information to any destination and booking such reservations in an efficient manner.
  • Collected fees, and provided customer with travel documentation.
  • Cross sold other company products and services; Project Title : JOB

Education

Outskill

Ai Generalist

Aug 2025Aug 2025

DY Patil University

Executive MBA

Jul 2023Jul 2024

Mumbai Universitry

Bachelor of Arts - BA — Political Science and Sociology

Jan 2011Jan 2015

Garware Institute for Career and Education Developement (GICED)

Undergraduate Diploma — Tourism And Travel Industry Management

Jan 2009Jan 2011

Ramnarian RUIA College, Matunga

HSC — ARTS

Jan 2007Jan 2009

I.E.S's Secondary School , Bhandup

SSC

Jan 1994Jan 2007

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